This is a one day 7.5 hr course that introduces HCPs to the concepts of Medical Yoga Therapy. Summary: Historical roots of yoga; What are scientifically supported therapeutic effects of yoga?; What is Yoga Therapy?; What is Medical Yoga Therapy (MYT)?; The Biopsychosocial Approach to evaluation and treatment.; Pentagon of Wellness. MYT Evaluation Tools; Treatment Programs; Breath (Pranayama); Mindfulness/Stress Reduction Techniques; Basic Physical Postures and Movement (Asanas)

This project is intended to promote awareness of MYT and the PYTI program among HCPs in the province of Quebec. So far I have given the course in 2017 2xs in English to an audience of 52 HCPs. I am scheduled to teach the course at the end of Oct. in 2017 2xs in French. There will be another 48 HCPs that will be exposed to this material. The hope is that this will provide a base if HCPs which may be interested in pursuing PYTI certification and perhaps Module 8 can be brought to Eastern Canada.